Scope. This Privacy Policy applies to jamesburchill.com and related subdomains -- including vault.jamesburchill.com -- and any content or services hosted there.
Region. I operate in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. Canadian privacy law, including PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act), generally applies.
What I collect
I collect only what I need to provide content and services and to improve your experience:
- Contact details -- like your email if you subscribe to The Vault or request resources.
- Basic usage data -- pages visited, links clicked, approximate location based on IP, device/browser info.
- Voluntary info -- anything you choose to send via forms or email.
How I use your information
- To deliver newsletters (The Command Brief) and site updates you asked for.
- To respond to your messages and support requests.
- To understand what content is helpful so I can improve it.
- To meet legal, security, and compliance obligations.
Email and Canadian anti-spam rules (CASL)
When you subscribe, you consent to receive emails from me. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email. I do not sell your email address.
Cookies and analytics
This site may use simple cookies and privacy-respecting analytics to remember preferences and measure aggregate usage. You can block cookies in your browser if you prefer, though some features may not work as expected.
Lawful basis
I process personal information on one or more of these grounds:
- Consent -- for newsletters and optional features you opt into.
- Legitimate interests -- to operate, secure, and improve the site in ways that are reasonable and expected.
- Legal obligations -- when I need to keep records or comply with applicable laws.
Sharing your information
I keep data tight and share only when necessary to run the site:
- Service providers -- for email delivery, website hosting, or analytics. They process data on my behalf under contract and only for the purposes stated.
- Legal or safety -- if required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.
I do not sell or rent your personal information.
International transfers
Some service providers may store or process data outside Canada (for example, in the United States). Where that happens, your information may be subject to the laws of those jurisdictions.
Data retention
I keep personal information only as long as needed for the purpose it was collected, or as required by law. When no longer needed, I delete or anonymize it.
Security
I use reasonable technical and organisational measures to help protect your information. No online system is perfectly secure, but I aim to reduce risk with sensible practices and limited data collection.
Your choices and rights
- Unsubscribe -- every email includes an unsubscribe link. One click and you’re off the list.
- Access or correct -- you can request a copy of your personal information or ask me to correct it.
- Delete -- you can ask me to delete personal information, subject to any legal retention duties.
Third-party links
I sometimes link to other websites or tools. I do not control those sites. Review their policies before using them.
Children
This site is for adults. If you are under 18, use it only with a parent or guardian’s permission.
Changes to this policy
I may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in the site, services, or applicable laws. If I make material changes, I will update the date below. Your continued use of the site means you accept the updated policy.
Contact
If you have privacy questions or requests, contact me. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.